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Aldar finishes Ferrari World structure

by James Boley on Oct 29, 2009

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The theme park is expected to open in 2010
The theme park is expected to open in 2010

Abu Dhabi developer Aldar has announced it has finished work on the external structure of the Ferrari World theme park on Yas Island.

Over 4,500 workers labouring every day from an Aldar-Besix JV completed the superstructure in 14 months.

"We are delighted to have reached this landmark in the development of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Signature projects like this are another element of our commitment and contribution to Plan Abu Dhabi 2030, by delivering attractions that further enhance the Emirate's credentials as an exciting place to live and visit,” said Aldar chief commercial officer Mohammed Al Mubarak.

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I am completing a study for a roof which will be similar (material)to Ferrari World. I would like to know wich type of

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The red roof, designed by Benoy, was inspired by the classic double curve side profile of the Ferrari GT body, and covers a surface area of 200,000m2 and features the largest Scuderia Ferrari "prancing horse" emblem in the world, measuring 66m in diameter. 35,000 tonnes of concrete, 12,370 tonnes of steel, 29,000 m2 of facade glazing and 165,000 m2 of roof cladding were used to build the superstructure.

Ferrari World is expected to open in 2010.




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Luciano COMINO (Feb 22, 2011)
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

Roof cladding
I am completing a study for a roof which will be similar (material)to Ferrari World. I would like to know wich type of cladding has been used and the supplier. best regards, L.Comino

Jorrit Scheepers (Nov 1, 2010)
Roermond
Netherlands

Coil and cladding suppliers
Dear Inam Ali, the cladding company is Interfalz; see www.interfalz.de the company I work for has coated the all the aluminium which has been used in the project (total of 359.000m2. See www.euramax-architectural.com There you will also find my direct contact details. Euramax is a specialist in coatings on aluminium coil. We are the ideal partner if it comes to project specific colours and designs and are always willing to help decision makers in projects with colour issues. Regards, jorrit

Sami Alamuddin (Nov 2, 2009)
Beirut-Lebanon

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
A superb structure with an ingenious idea. The Scuderia Ferrari "Prancing Horse" emblem should go in the book of Guiness. Sami Alamuddin Beirut-Lebanon

inam ali (Nov 2, 2009)
Muscat
Oman

ROOF CLADDING
IT IS WORTH MENTIONING THAT THE 165000 SQM ROOF IS VERY LARGE EVEN LARGER THAN THE MANY LARGE MALLS AREA, BUT WHO SUPPLIED THE CLADDING AND STRUCTURE TO ATTACH IT, WHO IS THE SUB CONTRACTOR FOR THIS WORK?


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